inscription
nounDivide inscription into syllables:
in · scrip · tion
How to pronounce inscription:
Definition of inscription:
- inscription (noun):
- superscription
- something that is inscribed
- letters inscribed (especially words engraved or carved) on something.
Synonyms for inscription:
dedication
engraving
epigraph
epitaph
label
legend
lettering
piece of writing
saying
superscription
words
written material
Antonyms for inscription:
silence
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